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RCA ProV600 User Manual

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  • Page 1 ProV600...

  • Page 2: Important Safety Information

    To reduce risk of injury, charge only rechargeable batteries recom- mended by the manufacturer for this camcorder. Other types of batteries may burst causing damage and personal injury. FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void the user’s authority to operate it.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Assistance We want to make sure you enjoy your new camcorder. If you have any questions, call: Camcorder Exchange Warranty...800-283-6503 (pages 54-55) Customer Service...800-336-1900 (page 53) Accessories... 800-338-0376 (pages 42-47) Table of Contents Safety Information ... i First Time Operation •...
  • Page 4 • Playback on a TV without Audio/Video Inputs ... 40-41 Optional Accessories ... 42-47 • Accessory Order Form ... 45-47 Care and Maintenance • Cleaning the Camcorder ... 48 • Cleaning the Camcorder’s Lens ... 48 • Cleaning the Camcorder’s LCD Monitor ... 48 •...

  • Page 5: First Time Operation

    First-Time Operation This section describes only the basic steps necessary to set up your camcorder to record. Refer to the other sections for detailed operation and feature options. Assistance The toll-free numbers are available to help you with any problem you may encounter.

  • Page 6: Attach Lens Cap Cord And Adjust Handstrap

    Cautions: Make sure the shoulder strap is firmly attached before using it to carry the camcorder. When carrying the camcorder with the shoulder strap, close the monitor and place the viewfinder down. This helps prevent possible damage to the...

  • Page 7: Attach The Adapter/Charger

    POWER Indicator • Connect the other end of the DC cable to the DC IN jack on the camcorder and run the cable through the cutout as shown. • Plug the adapter/charger’s plug into an operating outlet. The adapter/charger’s POWER...

  • Page 8: Turn On The Camcorder

    5. Turn on the camcorder. • Slide the POWER switch upward to turn on the camcorder. • The camcorder turns on in the CAM (camera) mode. The red CAM indicator beside the VCR/ CAM button lights. If it does not, press the VCR/CAM button.

  • Page 9: Use The Lcd Monitor

    However, if the monitor is rotated 130º- 180º, the viewfinder will remain on so the subject and the camcorder operator can both see what is being recorded. • Adjust the brightness of the image in the monitor by rotating the BRIGHT control.

  • Page 10: Start And Stop Recording

    • Press STOP when you are finished playing back the tape. • Details on LCD monitor and viewfinder playback are on page 36. 10. Turn off the camcorder. Slide the POWER switch upward. The VCR (or CAM) indicator will turn off. 11. Close the monitor and replace the lens cap.

  • Page 11: Review Camcorder's Operating Controls

    First-Time Operation 11. Review camcorder’s operating controls. Lens A (Audio), V (Video), and RF Out Jacks Remote Control Sensor Microphone VCR (Green) CAM (Red) Indicator Indicator VCR/CAM Beep Button Indicator REC/START STOP Button (Thumb Trigger) Shoulder Strap Holder Eyepiece Zoom Control...

  • Page 12: Operating Controls

    First-Time Operation 11. Review camcorder’s operating controls. B (Bright) and F (Focus) Controls (See “Trouble Checks” for details.) Speaker VOLUME Control BRIGHT Control Monitor OPEN BLANK Button Button DISPLAY BLANK DISPLAY Button REW (Rewind) Button PLAY Button STOP Button BATT (Battery...

  • Page 13: Using The Adapter/Charger To Power Your Camcorder

    First-Time Operation Using the Adapter/Charger to Power Your Camcorder The adapter/charger attaches to the camcorder and lets you power your camcorder directly from standard household power. The adapter/charger operates on 100-240 volts, 50/60 Hz, so it can be used virtually anywhere in the world to power the camcorder or recharge the battery.

  • Page 14: Using The Battery To Power Your Camcorder

    Initial charging will take approximately 60 minutes. When fully charged, the battery should supply about 50 minutes of operating time (depending on how much you use zoom and pause). Conserve battery power by turning the camcorder off during recording breaks.
  • Page 15 First-Time Operation To AC Wall Outlet 100- 240 Volts, 50/60 Hz. Hold Battery Flush and Slide POWER Indicator Caution : When a battery is attached to the adapter/charger, do not turn them upside down. The battery may fall off and be damaged or cause injury. Charge the Battery If the DC cable is attached to the DC OUT jack on the adapter/charger, remove...

  • Page 16: Battery Level Indicator

    • Store the battery pack in a place that does not reach high temperatures. • Remove the battery from the camcorder when it is not in use to prolong the battery life. • The battery will provide increased operation time if you “refresh” it before every charging.

  • Page 17: Remote Control

    Notes: Never place anything heavy on top of the remote control or lay it upside-down. Replace cell when camcorder fails to respond to remote. Remove cell from remote if it will not be used for a month or more.

  • Page 18: Remote Control Buttons

    A brief description of the remote button’s functions is given here. Many of the buttons perform the same function as the corresponding control on the camcorder. The battery must be installed as shown on the previous page. COUNTER MEMORY and RESET Buttons •...

  • Page 19: Buttons

    REW to visually search in Remote Control Sensor The remote operates the camcorder by infrared light, so it is protected from electrical and sound interference. However, the remote must be aimed directly at the camcorder’s remote sensor. There cannot be any obstructions between them.

  • Page 20: Erase Protection - Safety Tab

    Video Cassettes Make sure you select good quality tapes for your camcorder. Use of poor quality tapes or tapes that have been damaged or mishandled can contaminate the video heads, resulting in a snowy picture or no picture at all during playback.

  • Page 21: Insert Or Remove A Cassette

    • Store cassettes vertically in their protective cases at normal room temperatures. Do not leave your camcorder or cassettes in a car or outdoors for an extended period. Excessive heat or cold may damage your cassettes.

  • Page 22: Making A Recording

    Recording Making a Recording These steps tell you how to make a recording and suggest using some of the recording features. Each feature is described in detail on the following pages. Eyepiece Focus Control Lens Cap BRIGHT Control Monitor DISPLAY BLANK PLAY Button STOP PAUSE...
  • Page 23 Slide the POWER switch upward to turn the camcorder back on. • The camcorder has a beeper that beeps for certain functions. The beep indicator flashes with the beeps. To turn off the beeper, press...

  • Page 24: Viewing What You Are Recording

    Eyepiece Focus Control The eyepiece focus control lets you set the focus of the viewfinder for your vision. If you wear eyeglasses, you probably can operate the camcorder without them. It is easiest to set the correct focus by focusing on one of the viewfinder’s on- screen displays.

  • Page 25: Using The Lcd Monitor

    Recording Using the LCD Monitor The camcorder’s LCD monitor is a miniature color monitor that displays the picture seen by the camcorder when recording. OPEN Button 1. Press the OPEN button to open the LCD monitor. 2. Rotate the monitor into a comfortable viewing position.

  • Page 26: Lcd Monitor And Viewfinder Displays

    • No indicator appears for the 1/60 second shutter speed. • AE:100, AE150, or AE:250 will appear when one of the shutter speeds has been selected by the camcorder. Battery Level Indicator ( • This indicator shows how much power is left in the rechargeable battery.

  • Page 27: Displays

    LOCK button. Then remains during focus lock. • Details are on page 30. Status Displays Several status displays appear to let you know what the camcorder is doing. • FF appears during fast-forward operation. • PAUSE appears during record-pause. • REC appears during recording.

  • Page 28: Flying Erase Head

    Press and release REW when the camcorder is in record-pause to review the last few seconds of a recording. Make sure the camcorder is in the CAM mode. The camcorder will play back the last few seconds of the recording, return the tape to its previous position, and return to record pause.

  • Page 29: Microphone

    Button F.FWD Button PAUSE Beep Feature The camcorder has a beep feature that operates as follows. The beep can be turned on or off. • One beep for a standard function (turning power on, starting recording or playback, ejecting a tape, etc.).

  • Page 30: Blank Search

    EJECT Tape-Remaining Display The camcorder will automatically calculate the amount of recording time left on the tape in the camcorder during recording or playback. • The tape-remaining indicator will appear in the viewfinder or LCD monitor when you reach the halfway point of the tape.

  • Page 31: Zooming

    Recording Zooming You can zoom in and out for close ups or wide-angle shots just by sliding the zoom lever on the camcorder. The camcorder can automatically focus when you zoom at most distances. Zoom Lever Using the Zoom Lever 1.

  • Page 32: Focusing

    Recording Focusing Under normal conditions, the camcorder can adjust focus automatically on the object located in the center area of the viewfinder. Under certain conditions, you may want to use the focus lock feature. FOCUS LOCK Button Using Focus Lock...

  • Page 33: Date/Time Display

    Date/Time Display — Clock Lithium Cell The clock cell indicator 88:88 will flash for a few seconds in the viewfinder when you turn on the camcorder if the clock lithium cell has not been installed or needs to be replaced.

  • Page 34: Set The Time And Date

    FOCUS LOCK Button Set the Time and Date 1. Make sure the camcorder is in the record-pause mode. 2. Press and hold the DATE and FOCUS LOCK buttons together until the reset time and date appear.

  • Page 35: Record Date Or Date And Time

    The date or date and time can be recorded on your tape. Whenever one of the displays appears, it will be recorded. The camcorder also has an AUTO DATE feature that will record the date at the beginning of the first recording of the day.

  • Page 36: Time Counter

    Recording Time Counter The time-counter display shows the actual time elapsed when recording or playing back a segment of tape. During playback, the memory-stop feature helps locate a certain point on the tape. When memory stop is on, the tape will stop automatically during rewind or fast-forward when the time counter reaches M 0:00:00.

  • Page 37: Recording Tips

    • Use the viewfinder or LCD monitor to make sure the camcorder is level while recording or your scenes will appear “tilted”. • Do not bump or tap the camcorder’s microphone while recording because this sound will be recorded. • Include close-ups of individuals when taping family outings or group functions.

  • Page 38: Playback

    STOP Button To Play Back a Tape 1. Attach a power supply, and slide the POWER switch up to turn on the camcorder. 2. Press the VCR/CAM button to light the VCR (green) indicator. 3. Press EJECT to open the cassette compartment and insert the cassette you want to play back.

  • Page 39: Playback Features

    Caution: Pause is designed for momentary interruptions and should not be used for an extended period of time. If the camcorder remains in pause for more than five minutes, it will automati- cally enter the stop mode and then turn...

  • Page 40: Playback On Tv (Or Vcr) With Audio/Video In Jacks

    If your TV is already connected to a VCR, you can attach the camcorder to the VCR and watch what the camcorder is recording or playing on the TV.
  • Page 41 VCR. Notes: The remote will also operate the camcorder. Press the DISPLAY button to have the camcorder’s displays appear on the TV screen. During tape copying, these displays will be recorded when they appear on the TV screen.

  • Page 42: Playback On A Tv Without Audio/Video Inputs

    Playback Playback on a TV without Audio/Video Inputs To connect your camcorder to a TV without audio/video inputs, you will need an optional CRF800 output adapter and an optional coaxial RF cable, such as VH82 or VH90 shown on page 43. If your TV has AUDIO and VIDEO IN jacks (or is connected to a VCR), refer to pages 38-39.

  • Page 43: Playback Operation

    RF output adapter hooked up to the Note: The remote will also operate the camcorder. Press the DISPLAY button to have the camcorder’s displays appear on the TV screen. During tape copying, these displays will be recorded when they appear on the TV screen.

  • Page 44: Optional Accessories

    We invite you to take a look at some great ideas for sparking creativity and adding to the fun of using your compact 8mm camcorder. The following pages have a selection of accessories to help make your memorable moments look and sound even better.
  • Page 45 CRF800 RF Output Adapter This RF output adapter is used with a coaxial RF cable, such as VH82 or VH90, to connect your camcorder to a standard TV (one without audio/video inputs) for playback. If your antenna cable is the flat...

  • Page 46: Using The Optional Ac088 Tripod

    Do not transport the camcorder attached to the tripod. When attaching your camcorder to a tripod, be careful not to force the tripod screw into the camcorder’s tripod mounting hole. The tripod screw should not protrude into the camcorder more than approximately three-eighth (3/8) inch.

  • Page 47: Accessory Order Form

    Accessory Order Form Order Form for Camcorder Model ProV600 Description Super Lightweight Tripod Soft Camcorder Case Y-Adapter Rechargeable Battery (Standard) RF Output Adapter DC Cable 75-300 Cable Transformer Coaxial RF-Cable Audio/Video Cable Coaxial RF-Cable Shoulder Strap AC Adapter/Charger Prices are subject to change without notice.
  • Page 48 Accessory Order Form Charge your order on your VISA,MasterCard, or Discover Card by filling in below USE YOUR CREDIT CARD IMPORTANT: Copy complete account number from your VISA card IMPORTANT: Copy complete account number from your MasterCard Copy Number above your name on MasterCard IMPORTANT: Copy complete account number from your Discover Card Expiration date: AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE...
  • Page 49 Accessory Order Form To order accessories, contact your local Dealer. If a dealer is not nearby, you can also follow the directions below to order by telephone or direct-by-mail. United States and Canada Orders To place your order by phone, have your Visa, MasterCard, or Discover card ready and call the toll-free number listed below between 8AM and 8PM (EST) Monday through Friday or between 9AM and 5PM (EST) Saturday.

  • Page 50: Care And Maintenance

    Care and Maintenance Cleaning the Camcorder To clean the camcorder’s exterior, remove any power source connected to the camcorder and gently wipe it with a clean soft cloth. Cleaning the Camcorder’s Lens Lens Cleaning the Camcorder’s LCD Monitor Cleaning the Camcorder’s Viewfinder The viewfinder eyepiece can be removed for cleaning.

  • Page 51: Customer Assistance And Service

    • Do not aim your camcorder at the sun or other bright objects. • Do not leave your camcorder in direct sunlight for extended periods of time.

  • Page 52: Trouble Checks

    Before you call or take your camcorder to an Authorized RCA Camcorder Service Center, look below for the type of trouble you are experiencing. Then perform the simple checks and adjustments listed for that trouble.
  • Page 53 Dew indicator • If the dew indicator ( flashing in viewfinder is moisture in the camcorder. Wait until this indicator no longer appears before operating the camcorder. Poor auto-focus • Subject is not in center of viewfinder or two subjects are operation at different distances.
  • Page 54 You can check your battery by first fully charging it and then aiming the camcorder at a clock and recording the picture of the clock. When the recording stops, play the last recorded section and note the clock time. A one-hour battery should give you about 50 minutes of recording time using the LCD monitor.

  • Page 55: Customer Assistance

    If we are unable to resolve your problem over the phone, we will gladly service your unit or exchange it for a new or refurbished camcorder. Refer to the limited warranty on the reverse side to learn about your specific rights and responsibilities.

  • Page 56: Limited Warranty

    What we will do: During the initial 90 days • Exchange your camcorder with a new or refurbished unit, or repair your camcorder. The option will be ours. Parts will be provided at no charge, but you will be responsible for the cost of labor required for the repair.
  • Page 57 • Check with your dealer or call 1-800-336- 1900 for the Authorized RCA Camcorder Service Center nearest you. • Take your unit to the Authorized RCA Camcorder Service Center of your choice. • Show the Authorized RCA Camcorder Service Center representative evidence of purchase date, such as a bill of sale.

  • Page 58: Specifications

    Specifications General Power requirement: 5.4 VDC Power consumption: Normal: 5.9 watts Weight: 1.8 lbs. (800g) Dimensions – Including Viewfinder: 8.6"(W) x 4.2"(H) x 4.2"(D) 219.5 (W) x 106.5 (H) x 107.5 (D) mm Video Recorder Section Format: 8mm Record/playback system: Rotating 2-head, helical-scan system One flying erase head Video Signal: EIA Standard...

  • Page 59: Index

    3 clock and remote 3 Checks, trouble 50 Cleaning the camcorder 48 Cleaning the camcorder’s lens 48 Cleaning the camcorder’s viewfinder 48 Cleaning the camcorder’s LCD monitor 48 Clock cell holder 31 install 31 remove 31 Clock cell compartment 9...
  • Page 60 Index DC cable 5, 11, 13 DC in jack 5, 10, 11 Dew indicator 25 DISPLAY button 10, 16, 26, 27, 41 Displays LCD monitor 24 status 25 viewfinder 24 EJECT button 6, 10, 19, 20, 21, 36 Erase protection 18 Eyepiece, cleaning 48 Eyepiece focus control 7, 9, 20, 21, 22, 36 F (focus) control 10...
  • Page 61 Playback on TV (or VCR) with audio/video in jacks 38 Plug adapter, optional 11 POWER switch 6, 8, 9, 14, 20, 21, 26, 34, 36, 37, 39, 41 Powering your camcorder using adapter/charger 11 using battery 12 Problem solving 50 Product registration 2...
  • Page 62 Traveling tips 35 Tripod, using 44 Trouble checks 50 Turn on the camcorder 6 Unpack the camcorder and accessories 3 VCR indicator 6, 8, 9, 36, 37, 39, 41 VCR mode 16, 17, 28 VCR/CAM button 6, 8, 9, 26, 36, 37, 39, 41...
  • Page 63 10330 N Meridian Street Indianapolis, IN 46290 © 1997 Thomson Consumer Electronics, Inc. Trademark(s) ® Registered Marca(s) Registrada(s) Printed in Japan TOCOM 15242820...

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